New FAA bills call for more airport construction spending

Proposed House and Senate bills would increase Airport Improvement Program funding but leave the existing passenger facility charge as-is.

By Kim Slowey • June 26, 2017

NY lawmakers set to pass 'Buy American' measure for iron, steel

The legislation — which would apply to projects like bridges, subways and state buildings — has the support of Gov. Andrew Cuomo.

By Kim Slowey • June 23, 2017

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Contracts, disputes, change orders and delays can keep builders up at night. Construction Dive covers some of the top issues facing the industry.

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MD requests emergency ruling to restart Purple Line construction

State officials said there is a chance the $5.6 billion light-rail project could be shelved permanently if it doesn't win approval by Aug. 1.

By Kim Slowey • June 23, 2017

Should your business be charging clients for project estimates?

Consumers are used to getting project price quotes for free, but experts say there's a time to charge for the service. Here's how to determine when that is.

By Debbie Reslock • June 21, 2017

Arcadis: North American construction disputes were less expensive but longer in 2016

The most common causes of disputes were errors and omissions in contracts, followed by unsubstantiated claims and poor contract administration.

By Kim Slowey • June 21, 2017

OSHA considering 1-year delay of new crane certification requirement

The agency has taken input from a panel of construction industry experts, who are reportedly split in their opinions regarding the delay.

By Kim Slowey • June 21, 2017

Contractor fined $189K for OR bridge safety violations

The Oregon Occupational Safety and Health Administration said a worker fell from the bridge because he was not using proper fall protection equipment. 

By Kim Slowey • June 21, 2017

Cincinnati planners OK $300M–$500M Children's Hospital expansion

The hospital is a major source of jobs in the region, but critics say it is treating locals unfairly with plans to demolish 16 homes to make way for the project.

By Kim Slowey • June 20, 2017

IL budget standoff endangers road projects — again

State-funded roadwork almost ground to a halt last year as well, but the governor signed stopgap legislation that prevented it. 

By Kim Slowey • June 20, 2017

IN reaches agreement in highway P3 takeover

The project, which was originally touted as a way to save Indiana taxpayers money, is two years behind schedule.

By Kim Slowey • June 20, 2017

Trump announces $200M apprenticeship initiative

Some critics have expressed concern about the president's move to give the private sector more influence in designing apprenticeship programs.

By Kim Slowey • June 16, 2017

Why some P3s go bad — and how to avoid a project failure

Public-private partnerships are still a somewhat new delivery method in the U.S., and public and private entities are figuring out how to execute them effectively.

By Kim Slowey • June 15, 2017

Las Vegas authority approves $1.4B convention center expansion

The massive overhaul will include a 1.4-million-square-foot addition as well as the renovation of the existing 3.2-million-square-foot facility.

By Kim Slowey • June 15, 2017

Lawmakers call for Highway Trust Fund fix as part of tax code overhaul

Legislators have suggested different financing schemes, including raising the gas tax, which currently funds the HTF but hasn’t increased in more than 20 years.

By Kim Slowey • June 14, 2017

TN contractor sentenced to 3 years in prison for kickback scheme

Ronald Armstrong, owner of Armstrong Construction, pleaded guilty to paying a Kentucky project official in order to win a $210,000 jail project.

By Kim Slowey • June 13, 2017

CO court ruling on defects case could help jump-start condo construction

Supporters of the ruling say it could reduce the frivolous lawsuits that have all but halted condo construction in the state.

By Kim Slowey • June 13, 2017

The Dotted Line: How to juggle resources across projects and stay on schedule

Communication and planning are key for both general contractors and subs to stay on pace amid an environment of booming demand and limited resources.

By Kim Slowey • June 13, 2017

Trump reveals new infrastructure plan details

The president aims to streamline the regulatory and permitting processes, as well as boost apprenticeships and workforce training.

By Kim Slowey • June 12, 2017

DOL proposes axing 'persuader' rule

Construction industry groups have been vocal opponents of the rule, arguing that it would prevent employers from requesting legal advice during unionization efforts.

By Kim Slowey • June 12, 2017

$310M Kansas City, MO convention hotel moving forward

Tourism officials said the city is losing out on convention business and that hotel construction must begin as soon as possible so that it can compete for shows.

By Kim Slowey • June 12, 2017

Trump's infrastructure plan to include prevailing wage requirements

Secretary of Transportation Elaine Chao said the inclusion of Davis-Bacon mandates is necessary to draw in support from Democrats for the $1 trillion plan.

By Kim Slowey • June 9, 2017

Judge's ruling threatens $3B Queens, NY development

A joint venture between Related Companies and Sterling Equities submitted a proposal in 2012 to redevelop the site into a shopping and housing complex.

By Kim Slowey • June 8, 2017

DOL withdraws joint employer guidance

Construction industry groups lauded the move, as they said the Obama-era informal guidance created a too-broad definition of joint employment.

By Kim Slowey • June 8, 2017

NYC leads US metros with highest 'hidden' housing costs

Additional items like property tax rates, insurance and remodeling needs are often overlooked by first-time buyers when planning their home purchases.

By Katy Tomasulo • June 7, 2017

IN officials aim to take over troubled P3 interstate project

Construction delays have led to a Fitch Ratings downgrade of the original bonds sold to finance the Interstate 69 project.

By Kim Slowey • June 7, 2017